Because he had told his mother not to attend, Arnold is furious to discover her at his wedding. The moment she gives him a gift and toasts to him, Arnold bursts into tears and knelt down.

Ah, I see a smile on someone’s face as they leave the café. ‘See how she flushes!’ The restaurant’s kitchen erupted in laughter as Diana’s manager exclaimed.

We’ll be there, Miss Diana. Others crowded around Diana, who couldn’t help blushing, and asked, ‘When is the wedding?’

I’m looking forward to seeing everyone at church this Sunday at 11 a.m.The 60-year-old was a cleaner at the café. She had taken a half-day off from work to find her only son, Arnold, the best wedding suit.

Diana spent a lot of time looking for the blue outfit. Although it was quite expensive, she wasn’t concerned. She thought, ‘My child deserves to look his best.’

Diana was anticipating her son’s reaction when she surprised him at home because she had spent all of her money on his clothes.

I’m eager for him to be married. Diana reflected. Since Arnold told her he was getting married to Masha, his lover, she had been looking forward to this time.

‘Son, look what I got for you!” With her outfit in hand and a brilliant smile on her face, Diana barged into their home.

’I’m sure you’ll like this,” Please would you put it on? The merchant assured me that if there was a fit issue, I could still exchange it.

Arnold started to leave to dispose of his mother’s ‘junk’ gift when she spoke into the microphone.

Arnold scowled as she took the suit out of the garment bag and handed it to him. He was appalled.

‘I’m not going to show up to my wedding in a regular suit.’ I should look my best because I’m being married to the rich guy’s daughter. ‘I’d look cheap in that cheap clothes.’

Diana’s eyes started to get teary. Her son’s comments upset her composure, yet she seemed to be well. Her disappointment weighed heavily on her heart.

When Arnold added, ‘One more thing…,’ she was more depressed than anything.You are not invited to my wedding, please. The wealthy family of my fiancée will be there.

I don’t want you to show up with dirty clothes and damage my reputation. I don’t want to tell them you’re a cleaner when they ask what you do.

Diana was no longer able to contain her emotions. She quickly entered her room, closing the door behind her.

She was so angry that she sobbed the remainder of the day. Arnold neglected to check on her since he was too busy planning his wedding. Two days were allotted for the event.

Arnold’s big day was Sunday. Despite her son’s orders, Diana would not miss such a spectacular occasion.

Before getting ready, she mustered up the guts to search through her wardrobe and choose the most exquisite outfit she could find.

‘You are too little to understand this mother’s longing and sorrow.’ Son, I can’t afford to miss your big day. She stared in the mirror and said loudly, ‘I’m coming.

Diana brought a vintage ceramic vase that she intended to give as a gift to her son. When she arrived at the chapel, she saw that her boss and coworkers were already there.

She was so ecstatic that she didn’t remember Arnold had requested her not to go to his wedding.

I’m sure you’re the happiest mother in the entire world, Miss Diana! Her manager said
Diana entered with the sizable gift package and grinned.

She saw the bride and the groom exchange rings and then kiss. Even if Diana fought to control her tears, she was powerless to do so. She was ecstatic. I succeeded, she exclaimed.

A grand celebration took place after the ceremony. Many well-heeled visitors arrived at the venue to meet the newlyweds.

Arnold was surprised to see his mother arrive. He raised his brows in scorn. Why is she here, I wonder. He reasoned, ’I warned her not to ruin my day!

’Well done, sweetheart! You two look great together! Warmest regards! As she gave her son the present, Diana exclaimed.

Arnold whirled around and saw that the event was being documented on camera. He accepted his mother’s gift discreetly as he didn’t want to make a scene.

He carefully tore open the package, revealing the vase within. An antique vase that was lying about the home was given to me by her. How cheap, he inquired.

Arnold started to leave to dispose of his mother’s ‘junk’ gift when she spoke into the microphone.

Arnold’s face turned red with shock. He had no idea that day would lead to the disclosure of a 25-year-old secret she had kept from him.

Twenty-five years ago, right before my closest friend passed away… Diana remarked, her eyes filling with sorrow as she turned to face the ceiling.

She begged me to give her son the antique vase on the day of his wedding as she handed it to me. She wanted to give it to her child because it was a gift from her deceased parents.

Arnold was perplexed by his mother’s remarks.
‘After she passed away, I took in and raised her young son as my own.’

I chose not to get married because I wanted to give my child my undivided attention. It’s time to check the contents of the vase your late mother left you, son.

‘Cheers!’Arnold looked at the vase while Diana lifted a glass in appreciation.

He was surprised by that. The old porcelain vase was filled with large bills. Tears ran down his cheeks as he knelt.

Arnold realized that the woman who made the effort to raise him during her entire life was the one he was embarrassed by, not his birth mother.

She was more than just his mother to him. She had saved him after he had been abandoned; she was his protector and guardian angel.

‘I kept my promise to my deceased friend,’ Son, I’m thrilled for you. Have a good day and may God keep blessing you!

Diana put a cap on. She turned to leave and walked for the door, but Arnold stopped her. He pursued her and blocked her way.

Mom, I’m sorry. Your love for me is priceless. I am sorry that I hurt you. You were always a great mother to me, even if I was never a good son.

Why didn’t you inform me of my orphan status? Please don’t leave me behind. I don’t want to become an orphan once more.

Arnold was given a hug by Diana as she brought him back to the stage, where the bridegroom and his mother were dancing.

He said, ‘I love you, mom!’ Diana grinned, tears of joy rolling down her cheeks.

What lessons can we learn from this story?
To see her child happy, a mother would go to any lengths, even if that meant overlooking his imperfections.

Diana decided, out of guilt, to go against her son’s request that she not attend his wedding because she wanted to witness his special day and happiness.

The love a mother has for her kid cannot ever be replaced by money. After learning that Diana had raised him and provided him with a better life after his biological mother passed away, Arnold regretted not inviting her to his wedding.

Diana’s devotion to him outweighed her wealth.
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